What is the cheapest way to get from Chula Vista to Irvine?

The cheapest way to get from Chula Vista to Irvine is to drive which costs $16 - $25 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chula Vista to Irvine?

The fastest way to get from Chula Vista to Irvine is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Chula Vista and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from Chula Vista to Irvine. However, there are services departing from San Diego and arriving at Alton-Paseo Westpark via Irvine Station-Dock 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Chula Vista and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from Chula Vista station to Irvine. However, there are services departing from E Street Station and arriving at Tustin via San Diego and Irvine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Chula Vista to Irvine?

The distance between Chula Vista and Irvine is 96 miles. The road distance is 93.1 miles.

How do I travel from Chula Vista to Irvine without a car?

The best way to get from Chula Vista to Irvine without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs $30 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Chula Vista to Irvine?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Chula Vista to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chula Vista to Irvine bus from?

Chula Vista to Irvine bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Where do I catch the Chula Vista to Irvine train from?

Chula Vista to Irvine train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Train or bus from Chula Vista to Irvine?

The best way to get from Chula Vista to Irvine is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $45 and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Chula Vista to Irvine bus arrive?

Chula Vista to Irvine bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Irvine station.

Where does the Chula Vista to Irvine train arrive?

Chula Vista to Irvine train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Irvine station.

Can I drive from Chula Vista to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Chula Vista to Irvine is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Chula Vista to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1375+ hotels available in Irvine.

Chula Vista to Irvine - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 53 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Chula Vista to Irvine by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Diego to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 7m
$33–63
Drive 92.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chula Vista to Irvinecar 92.5 mi
1h 38m
$17–25
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Irvinebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 41m
$30–41
Bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Anaheimbus Tijuana
2. Take the bus from Artic - Dock 4 to Main-Harvardbus 53
5h 1m
$24–37

Chula Vista to Irvine by tram and train (Amtrak)

91Weekly Services

4h 7mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 95.5 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Chula Vista, CA, USA and Irvine, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego to Irvine hourly. Tickets cost $27–55 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from San Diego to Irvine once daily. Tickets cost $28–40 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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